Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel on Monday flagged off a truck loaded with ration and also Rs 66,500 cash for farmers protesting on Delhi's borders against the three farm laws.
The truck, ferrying the ration and money collected by NSUI members, took off from Baghel's official residence here, a press release said.
Chhattisgarh NSUI members had launched a campaign ‘Ek rupiya daan Ek paili dhaan’. They collected 53 tonnes of paddy and Rs 66,500 which were sent to the farmers.
State NSUI President Akash Sharma said the collection was launched on January 5. The drive was held in all districts and village Panchayats.
Along with ration, daily use items like disposable plates, glass, spoons and, tea cups, water bottles, oil, rice, dal and spices were also sent in the truck.